Aljamain Sterling

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1. When was Aljamain Sterling born?July 31, 1989
2. Where was Aljamain Sterling born?United States
3. What was Aljamain Sterling's job?Competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)
4. What is Aljamain Sterling known for?First UFC champion to win a title by disqualification
5. What is the former title?UFC Bantamweight Champion
6. What is the current UFC ranking?#5 in featherweight division (as of August 26, 2025)

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A combat sport that combines striking and grappling techniques from various disciplines, allowing for a wide range of offensive and defensive strategies.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC): The premier mixed martial arts organization globally, known for hosting high-profile fights and crowning world champions across multiple weight classes.
Bantamweight: A weight division in combat sports, typically encompassing fighters weighing between 125 and 135 pounds, demanding a balance of speed, power, and technique.
Disqualification (DQ): A ruling by a referee that results in the immediate loss of a bout due to a fighter committing a serious or repeated violation of the rules.